Bus Service to Mount Madison School
Mount Madonna School serves families from across the region — Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, South San Jose, and communities in between. Daily bus service runs from both sides of the mountain, so the school’s mountaintop location does not have to be a barrier.
Below are current routes, pickup locations, and approximate times. For the most current schedule, contact our Admissions team at 408-846-4042 or .
Morgan Hill
Morning pickup: DeWitt Avenue & Dunne Avenue (church parking lot)
Pickup time: 8:05 AM
Afternoon drop-off: 4:05 PM
Morgan Hill families are among the most common bus riders at Mount Madonna School. The pickup is at a fixed, easy-to-find location in central Morgan Hill.
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Gilroy
Morning pickup: Fortino’s Winery parking lot (Route 152 & Watsonville Road)
Pickup time: 8:25 AM
Afternoon drop-off: 3:50 PM at Watsonville Road & Redwood Retreat Road
Gilroy is approximately 20–25 minutes from the school via Highway 152. The Fortino’s Winery stop is a recognizable landmark on the eastern approach to the school.
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Santa Cruz
The Santa Cruz route serves multiple stops along the western approach, picking up students from Santa Cruz north through Aptos and Freedom.
Morning pickups (in order):
| Stop | Location | Pickup Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Cultural Center | Santa Cruz | 7:35 AM |
| Sunnyside Produce | Soquel | 7:46 AM |
| Natural Foods | Aptos | 7:56 AM |
| Alladin Nursery | Corralitos | 8:10 AM |
| Airport Blvd | Freedom | 8:16 AM |
Afternoon drop-off: Return stops in reverse order.
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Watsonville
Morning pickup: Holohan Road fruit stand, near East Lake Avenue
Pickup time: 8:23 AM
Afternoon drop-off: 3:55 PM at Valley Catholic Church, East Lake Avenue
Watsonville is the closest major community to the school’s Watsonville Road address. The bus pickup is on the inland road leading directly to campus.
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South San Jose and Almaden Valley
Families from South San Jose, Almaden Valley, and Bernal typically commute 35–50 minutes. Many use the Morgan Hill bus stop, or join informal carpool networks with other MMS families from the South Bay.
Contact us to connect with current South Bay families who can share the commute experience.
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School Hours
| School begins | 9:00 AM |
| Lower School dismissal | 3:15 PM |
| Middle & High School dismissal | 3:25 PM |
| Aftercare program | 3:30–5:00 PM |
Note: Aftercare is not available to bus riders, as buses depart at dismissal time. Families needing aftercare should arrange pickup or carpool.
Questions About Transportation
We’re happy to answer route questions, connect you with current families who ride the bus, or help you map your commute to a specific stop.
Contact Admissions | 408-846-4042 |
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